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  1. Albums
  2. berlioz: la damnation de faust - la mort de cléopatre - hector berlioz

Hector Berlioz - Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust - La Mort de Cléopatre (LP)

Hector BerliozHector Berlioz
  • 1970
  • 39 tracks
  • 2 uur, 18 min
  • classical
Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust - La Mort de Cléopatre - Hector Berlioz
Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust - La Mort de Cléopatre
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Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust - La Mort de Cléopatre - Hector Berlioz
Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust - La Mort de Cléopatre - Hector Berlioz

Product description

Immerse yourself in the dramatic and richly orchestrated world of Hector Berlioz with this captivating album, "Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust - La Mort de Cléopatre." Released in 1970 under Warner Classics, this two-hour and eighteen-minute masterpiece is a cornerstone of classical music, showcasing Berlioz's unparalleled ability to blend orchestral grandeur with profound emotional depth.

The album features two of Berlioz's most renowned works: "La Damnation de Faust," a dramatic legend for orchestra, solo voices, and chorus based on the Faust legend, and "La Mort de Cléopâtre," a dramatic scene for soprano and orchestra. The former is particularly notable for its Hungarian March, a piece that has become a staple in classical music repertoire.

Performances are brought to life by the Orchestre De Paris under the baton of Georges Prêtre, with Gabriel Bacquier delivering a powerful vocal performance. The album is a testament to Berlioz's innovative approach to composition, his vivid storytelling, and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through music.

From the lively and energetic opening of "La Damnation de Faust" to the intense and dramatic scenes of "La Mort de Cléopâtre," this album is a journey through Berlioz's musical genius. It's a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast and a perfect introduction to Berlioz's work for those new to his compositions.

Tracks

  1. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 1, H. 111: "Le vieil hiver a fait place au printemps" (Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    6:41
  2. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 1, H. 111: "Les bergers quittent leurs troupeaux" (Chorus/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    3:24
  3. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 1, H. 111: "Mais d'un éclat guerrier les campagnes se parent" (Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    0:48
  4. Berlioz: La damnation de Faust, Op. 24, H. 111, Pt. 1: III. Marche hongroise (Allegro marcato)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre de Paris
    4:48
  5. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Sans regrets j'ai quitté les riantes campagnes" (Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    4:17
  6. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Christ vient de ressusciter!" (Chorus/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    7:04
  7. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "O pure émotion!" (Mephistofeles/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:05
  8. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "A boire encore! Du vin du Rhin!" (Mephistofeles/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    0:25
  9. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Oh! qu'il fait bon, quand le ciel tonne" (Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    1:33
  10. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Qui sait quelque plaisante histoire ?" (Chorus/Brander)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    0:33
  11. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Certain rat, dans une cuisine" (Brander/Chorus/Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    1:59
  12. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Amen" (Brander/Chorus/Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:32
  13. Berlioz: La damnation de Faust, H 111, Pt. 2: "Une puce gentille" (Mephistophélès, Chœur, Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Chœur du Théâtre national de l'Opéra de Paris, Gabriel Bacquier, Nicolai Gedda, Orchestre de Paris
    3:33
  14. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Voici des roses" (Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:19
  15. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Dors! Heureux Faust!" (Chorus/Mephistofeles/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    6:07
  16. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: Ballets des Sylphes..."Margarita! Que j'ai vu?" (Faust/Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    3:25
  17. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 2, H. 111: "Villes entourées de murs et ramparts" (Chorus/Faust/Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    4:02
  18. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: Tambours et trompettes sonnent la retraiteHector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    0:59
  19. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Merci, doux crépuscule!" (Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    4:33
  20. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "J'entends!" (Mephistofeles/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    0:56
  21. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Que l'air est etouffant!" (Marguerite)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:42
  22. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Autrefois un roi de Thulé" (Marguerite)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    4:30
  23. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Esprits de flammes inconstantes" (Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    1:56
  24. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: Menuet des FolletsHector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    5:35
  25. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Maintenant, chantons à cette belle" (Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    0:25
  26. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Devant la maison de celui qui t'adore" (Mephistofeles/Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:12
  27. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Grands dieux! Que vois-je!" (Marguerite/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    4:59
  28. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Allons, il est trop tard!" (Mephistofeles/Marguerite/Faust/Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:31
  29. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 3, H. 111: "Je connais donc enfin tout le prix de la vie" (Faust/Mephistofeles/Marguertie/Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    1:49
  30. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "D'amour l'ardente flamme" (Marguerite)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Janet Baker, Orchestre de Paris
    7:09
  31. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "Au son des trompettes" (Chorus/Marguerite)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    1:58
  32. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "Nature immense, impénétrable et fière" (Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    3:34
  33. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "A la voûte azurée" (Mephistofeles/Faust)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:57
  34. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "Dans mon coeur retentit sa voix désespérée" (Faust/Chorus/Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    3:16
  35. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "Has! Irimiru Karabrao!" (Pandemonium) (Chorus/Mephistofeles)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    1:55
  36. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "Tradioun marexil fir tru dinxé burrudixé" (Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    2:07
  37. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "Alors, l'Enfer se tut" (Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    0:59
  38. Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust, Part 4, H. 111: "Laus! Laus!" (Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Georges Prêtre, Brad Smith, Orchestre de Paris
    4:18
  39. Berlioz: La mort de Cléopâtre, H 36Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, Alexander Gibson, London Symphony Orchestra
    20:56
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Product specifications

Details

Album
Berlioz: La Damnation de Faust - La Mort de Cléopatre
Artist
Hector Berlioz
Album release date
1 januari 1970
Label
Warner Classics
EAN
0094638149354
Available
No

Product information

Mono or stereo
Stereo
Duration
2 uur, 18 min
Tracks
39 tracks

EAN

EAN
0094638149354

Other

Limited Edition
No
Genre
Classical
Box set
No
Remastered
No
Reissue
No

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About Hector Berlioz

Hector Berlioz, born in 1803 near Grenoble, France, was a pioneering figure in the Romantic era, known for his bold and innovative compositions that often defied convention. Despite his father's insistence on a medical career, Berlioz pursued his passion for music, becoming a composer and conductor of remarkable originality. His works, such as the dramatic "Symphonie fantastique" and the grand "Requiem," showcase his masterful orchestration and vivid storytelling. Berlioz's output spans various genres, including symphonies, operas like "Les Troyens," and choral pieces that push the boundaries of musical expression. His unique vision and unyielding creativity make him a standout figure in classical music history.

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